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Brussels: Private World War I Battlefield Tour

Brussels: Private World War I Battlefield Tour

Explore the poignant history of World War I on a private tour designed for American visitors. Visit iconic sites like Vladslo's 'Grieving Parents,' Tyne Cot Cemetery, and experience the moving Last Post Ceremony in Ypres. Meet your guide in Brussels and depart for Flanders. Reflect at the 'Grieving Parents' sculpture by Käthe Kollwitz at Vladslo German Military Cemetery. Visit the "Brooding Soldier" monument in Diksmuide, honoring Canadian soldiers. Enjoy some free time in Diksmuide for lunch and personal exploration. Gain insights into World War I's impact at the Flanders Field Museum. Explore the historic battleground of the Passchendaele Battlefield. Pay respects at the largest Commonwealth cemetery, Tyne Cot Cemetery. Visit the Essex Farm Cemetery, where the famous poem "In Flanders Fields" was inspired. Explore the town of Ypres and learn about its wartime history. Attend the poignant Last Post Ceremony at the Menin Gate in Ypres, a tribute to fallen soldiers. Return to Brussels, reflecting on a day filled with history and remembrance.

Private World War I Battlefield Tour

Private World War I Battlefield Tour

Overview Step into the poignant history of World War I on our private tour designed for American visitors. Explore iconic sites like Vladslo's 'Grieving Parents,' Tyne Cot Cemetery, and experience the moving Last Post Ceremony in Ypres. Led by an expert guide, this immersive journey offers profound insights into the Great War's impact, returning to Brussels by 9:00 PM. 8:00 AM - Hotel Pickup in Brussels - Meet your knowledgeable guide and depart for Flanders. 9:30 AM - Vladslo German Military Cemetery - Reflect at the 'Grieving Parents' sculpture by Käthe Kollwitz. 11:00 AM - Diksmuide - Visit the "Brooding Soldier" monument, honoring Canadian soldiers. 12:30 PM - Free Time in Diksmuide - Lunch break and personal exploration. 1:30 PM - Flanders Field Museum - Gain insights into World War I's impact. 3:00 PM - Passchendaele Battlefield - Explore the historic battleground. 4:30 PM - Tyne Cot Cemetery - Pay respects at the largest Commonwealth cemetery. 5:30 PM - Essex Farm Cemetery - Visit where "In Flanders Fields" was inspired. 6:30 PM - Ypres (Ieper) - Explore the town's wartime history. 7:30 PM - Last Post Ceremony at Menin Gate - Attend the poignant tribute to fallen soldiers. 9:00 PM - Hotel Drop-off - Arrive back at your hotel, reflecting on a day filled with history and remembrance.

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